Red Sox Need Sophomore Infielder To Fill Hole Left By Alex Bregman
Summary
The Boston Red Sox need to fill a gap in their team after losing player Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs. They may turn to a young player, Marcelo Mayer, to play third base if they can't sign another infielder. Mayer played a limited number of games last season due to injury.Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox lost Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs in free agency.
- The team improved their infield by getting first baseman Willson Contreras.
- If the Red Sox don't sign another infielder, Marcelo Mayer might play third base.
- Mayer was a top draft pick in the 2021 MLB draft, chosen fourth overall.
- He played in 44 games last season after recovering from wrist surgery.
- Mayer finished the season with a batting average of .228, including four home runs.
- The Red Sox hope Mayer will improve next season to help them reach the playoffs.
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